GEOGRAPHY REVISION TOPICS Flashcards
GEORGRAPHY REVISION (15 cards)
What is urbanisation
It is the growth and expansion of urban areas and involves movement of people from towns to cities
definition of a megacity
A megacity is generally defined as an urban area with a population of 10 million or more people. These cities are typically characterized by their large size, high population density, and significant economic, political, and cultural influence.
push and pull factors
Push factors are conditions that drive people to leave their current location, such as conflict or poverty, while pull factors are conditions that attract people to a new location, like better job opportunities or a higher quality of life.
positives and negatives on megacities
Positives:
- economic growth and opportunities
- cultural diversity
Negatives:
- traffic congestion
- health risks
- environmental impacts
population density
Population density refers to the number of people living per unit of area, typically expressed as people per square kilometre (or mile). It gives an idea of how crowded or sparse a region is.
population distribution
Population distribution refers to the pattern of where people live in a given area. It focuses on how populations are spread across different regions or places and identifies areas of higher or lower concentration.
why do people migrate?
People migrate to seek better economic opportunities, safety, improved living conditions, or to escape conflict, persecution, or environmental challenges.
low and high density of living
Low-density living refers to areas with fewer people spread out over a larger space, while high-density living involves more people concentrated in a smaller area, often seen in urban environments.
Temporary migration flies in and fly out
Temporary migration, such as fly-in and fly-out (FIFO), involves people traveling to work in a specific location for a short period before returning to their home, often seen in industries like mining or oil.
what are rural and urban areas
Rural areas are sparsely populated regions often characterized by open space, agriculture, and natural landscapes, while urban areas are densely populated cities or towns with developed infrastructure, businesses, and services.
How do rural and urban rely on each other
Rural and urban areas rely on each other as rural areas provide resources like food, raw materials, and land for urban industries, while urban areas offer markets, services, and employment opportunities for rural populations.
Describe the spatial patterns of urbanisation and provide an example.
The spatial patterns of urbanization refer to the way urban growth unfolds over time in geographic space, influenced by various social, economic, political, and environmental factors. These patterns can manifest in several ways:
definition of migration
Human migration is the movement of people from one place to another, with intentions of settling, permanently or temporarily, at a new location
impacts of living in a city
Living in a city presents a mix of advantages and disadvantages, impacting various aspects of life, including health, social interactions, and the environment, with potential benefits like access to opportunities and cultural diversity, but also challenges like high costs and pollution.
definition of forced migration
refers to the movement of people from one place to another due to external pressures or factors that leave them with little or no choice but to leave their homes.
ex: conflict war
